Lead Project Engineer

Fugro; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Fugro in West Perth is seeking a Lead (Subsea) Project Engineer to lead subsea and ROV project delivery, interfacing with clients and the project team, and overseeing multiple work packages onshore and offshore. You will drive technical excellence and ensure safety, quality and commercial outcomes.

You will apply extensive subsea experience, mentor engineers, review critical documents, and contribute to the integration of new technologies while operating across dynamic offshore programs in

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in subsea/offshore engineering and project delivery.
• Bachelor of Engineering in mechanical, mechatronic, structural, ocean engineering or naval architecture.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Project; AutoCAD and SolidWorks desirable.
• Full driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain offshore survival course and pass the medical exam.
• Australian citizen, permanent resident, or holding a valid work visa.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Project Manager, Project Engineers and Operational Team to execute project work scopes.
• Interface and communicate with clients.
• Take responsibility for large and/or multiple work packages and ensure HSE / quality and commercial delivery.
• Evaluate and enhance emerging and existing engineering technologies, collaborating with the Engineering team to integrate them into projects.
• Supervise and guide senior and project engineers through technical development, design review, constructability, HAZID workshops, and offshore execution.
• Review all engineering documentation prior to Project Manager / Client approval.
• Collaborate with the project manager to improve commercial oversight and outcomes.

Skills

Subsea/offshore engineering

Project delivery

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in mechanical, mechatronic, structural, or ocean engineering, or naval architecture

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Due to recent project awards, we are seeking a Lead (Subsea) Project Engineer to join our established engineering team for upcoming subsea and ROV projects. This role is based in West Perth and requires occasional project site visits and offshore work.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Working with the Project Manager, Project Engineers and Operational Team to execute project work scopes
• Interface and communicate with clients.
• Take responsibility for large and/or multiple work packages and ensure HSE / quality and commercial delivery.
• Evaluating and enhancing emerging and existing engineering technologies, collaborating with the Engineering team to integrate them into projects.
• Supervising and guiding senior and project engineers through technical development, design review, constructability, HAZID workshops, and offshore execution.
• Review all engineering documentation prior to Project Manager / Client approval.
• Collaborate with the project manager to improve commercial oversight and outcomes

About You

We’re looking for a leader who is approachable, collaborative, and takes ownership. You build strong relationships, communicate clearly, and bring a positive, solution-focused mindset.

Your Success In Securing This Role Will Require

• Extensive experience in subsea/offshore engineering and project delivery.
• A Bachelor of Engineering in mechanical, mechatronic, structural, or ocean engineering, or naval architecture.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Project. Experience with specialist software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks is also desirable.
• A full driver’s license.
• The ability to obtain an offshore survival course and pass the associated medical exam.
• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a full, valid work visa.

Who Are We

We are Fugro, the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, focused on mapping, modeling and monitoring data about the earth’s surface and the structures built upon it. With clients spanning land, sea and space, our respected reputation is grounded in valuing our employees as our greatest asset, a steadfast commitment to delivery excellence, and an innovative approach that leverages cutting-edge technology to solve our clients' challenges.

Our Project Engineering team provides subsea services to the Australia, Asia, and Pacific regions, including construction, inspection, repair, maintenance (IMR), and decommissioning. Reducing our carbon footprint, we lead the way in advanced remote system technology solutions, including Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) and Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs).

How We Work

At Fugro, we embrace a collaborative way of working where people are encouraged to be themselves, recognising that diverse voices and cultures contribute unique perspectives, spark creativity, and drive innovation.

We aim to help our people grow toward their full potential by promoting alignment, autonomy, and personal accountability—within a supportive, knowledge-sharing environment. While we embrace the flexibility of remote work, we also value face-to-face interactions, whiteboard discussions and sharing a meal together.

Fugro offers

• Challenging and interesting portfolios of projects and work scopes
• Onshore and offshore project experience
• Hybrid work from home arrangement | Flexible start and finish times
• Competitive compensation | Annual salary reviews
• 12 week Parental Leave policy
• Salary continuance insurance
• Culture that supports career development, training and progression
• An inclusive and diverse group of colleagues who happily share knowledge
• Friendly, "no-ego" environment where you can be yourself
• New office | Walking distance from train stations | Red Cat bus
• Exposure to new technology